1959 AC Ace vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 901 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Murano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |
