1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 54 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
