1959 AC Ace vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 49 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1306 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
