1956 AC Ace vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
