1956 AC Ace vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 360 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1988 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
