1999 AC Ace vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 1999 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Ace. (400 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | Calais |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
