1958 AC Ace vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 40 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), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 1061 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | AC | GMC |
Model | Ace | Safari |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |