1957 AC Ace vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1967 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
