1959 AC Ace vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 50 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 72 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Escape |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
