1956 AC Ace vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1970 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Montego (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 801 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, 1970 Mercury Montego (248 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Montego |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
