1958 AC Ace vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 53 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 1052 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, 2011 Ford Edge (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Edge |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
