1957 AC Ace vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 534 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
