1959 AC Ace vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1056 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
