1956 AC Ace vs. 1986 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 291 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, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1986 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
