1959 AC Ace vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 54 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 1168 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
