1956 AC Ace vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 44 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2316 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 167 L |
