1959 AC Ace vs. 2004 Acura MDX
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 45 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1125 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Acura MDX | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Ace | MDX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
