1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 56 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 863 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
