1957 AC Ace vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 54 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 72 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
