1959 AC Ace vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 13 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 840 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | AC | AMC |
| Model | Ace | Matador |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
