1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 50 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 290 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
