1999 AC Ace vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 7 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (274 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
