1999 AC Ace vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |