1956 AC Ace vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 1134 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2010 Ford Flex 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. 2010 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Flex |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
