1959 AC Ace vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | AC | Marcos |
| Model | Ace | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
