1959 AC Ace vs. 2002 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Continental 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2002 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | Ace | Continental |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
