1958 AC Ace vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 28 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 738 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
