1958 AC Ace vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1980 GMC Jimmy is newer by 22 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 936 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 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 | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1830 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 |
