1957 AC Ace vs. 1999 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 42 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 381 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1999 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
