2004 AC Aceca vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3800 mm |
