1958 AC Ace vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 221 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
