1958 AC Ace vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1970 Ford Taunus is newer by 12 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 60 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
