1959 AC Ace vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 53 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1968 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Silverado |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 136 L |