1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 696 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 CX-7 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
