1953 AC Ace vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 803 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Sable |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
