1956 AC Ace vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1956 AC Ace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercury Montclair (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Ace | Montclair |
Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 323 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2980 mm |