1957 AC Ace vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 51 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 186 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
