1959 AC Ace vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 753 kg more than 1959 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | AC | Plymouth |
| Model | Ace | VIP |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
