1957 AC Ace vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 56 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 864 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 71 L |
