1959 AC Ace vs. 1983 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 990 kg more than 1959 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1983 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
