1961 AC Ace vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 43 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 872 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace. 2004 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1961 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | Ace | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
