1958 AC Ace vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 37 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 1065 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1995 GMC Safari | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Safari |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| 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 |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
