1959 AC Ace vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1970 Ford Maverick is newer by 11 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 411 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Maverick |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |