1959 AC Ace vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1971 Mercury Cougar 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 760 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
