1959 AC Ace vs. 2002 Acura MDX
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 43 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 1076 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2002 Acura MDX | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Ace | MDX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
