1958 AC Ace vs. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 27 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), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 810 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
