1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 50 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1086 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Ace | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
