1958 AC Ace vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 55 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1581 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
