1957 AC Ace vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 23 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 440 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 | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
