1958 AC Ace vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 986 kg more than 1958 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
