1959 AC Ace vs. 1966 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1966 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Falcon weights approximately 225 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Falcon (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1966 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |
