1959 AC Ace vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 18 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 606 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Granada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
