1957 AC Ace vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1757 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 Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 127 L |
