1958 AC Ace vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 32 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 504 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
