1959 AC Ace vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 1968 MG MGC is newer by 9 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 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | AC | MG |
| Model | Ace | MGC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
