1957 AC Ace vs. 1984 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1984 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 480 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1984 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
