1959 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 762 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Aceca | Montego |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |