1959 AC Ace vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1971 Mercury Comet 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Ace | Comet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |