1958 AC Ace vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 921 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Ranger |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |