1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 51 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
