1958 AC Ace vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1836 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Express |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
