1959 AC Ace vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 942 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, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Ace | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |