1959 AC Ace vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1765 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 Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 364 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 129 L |
