1957 AC Ace vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1957 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 129 L |
