1956 AC Ace vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 45 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), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1436 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| 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 | 74 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
