1958 AC Ace vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 56 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Ace | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1958 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |