1959 AC Ace vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 52 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 836 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
