1958 AC Ace vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 116 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
