1961 AC Ace vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1961 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Ace | Savana |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
