1958 AC Ace vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 42 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 610 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | AC | GAZ |
| Model | Ace | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
