1999 AC Ace vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 720 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 2004 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
