1959 AC Ace vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 49 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 66 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Bantam |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |