1958 AC Ace vs. 2000 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 42 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 436 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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2000 Ford Cougar | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Cougar |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |