1956 AC Ace vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 1966 Mercury Cyclone is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 738 kg more than 1956 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, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (579 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
