1959 AC Ace vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 660 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Ace | Quest |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |