1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 938 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 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Ace | Sable |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |