1957 AC Ace vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 55 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 604 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, 2012 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Escape |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |