1959 AC Ace vs. 1985 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1985 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 26 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 301 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1985 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Ace | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
