1959 AC Ace vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 12 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 66 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, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 125 L |
