1958 AC Ace vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 470 kg more than 1958 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (626 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Ace | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 626 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |