1959 AC Ace vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 54 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1560 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
