1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 41 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 250 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
