1986 AC Ace vs. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 719 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2990 mm |
