1957 AC Ace vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1867 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Express |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
