1959 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1013 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 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Taurus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |