1959 AC Ace vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 41 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 524 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Contour |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
