1986 AC Ace vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 677 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1986 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1986 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Ace | P5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
