1958 AC Ace vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 1972 Ford Custom is newer by 14 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 875 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Custom |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
