1957 AC Ace vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 21 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 276 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Capri |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
