1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1683 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, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Savana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
