1999 AC Ace vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Ace | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |