1957 AC Aceca vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Aceca | Safari |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
