1986 AC Ace vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. Both 1986 AC Ace and 2008 Cadillac CTS are equipped with a 2,792 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 653 kg more than 1986 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | CTS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
