1957 AC Ace vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1972 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1306 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3300 mm |
