1958 AC Ace vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 53 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 371 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 129 L |
