1961 AC Ace vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 817 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
