1958 AC Ace vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 45 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1120 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
