1959 AC Ace vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1959 AC Ace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 128 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | AC | Morgan |
| Model | Ace | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
