1958 AC Ace vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 291 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Mustang |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |