1956 AC Ace vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 49 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 883 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Montego |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
