1999 AC Ace vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 679 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon. 2011 Ford Falcon 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. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Falcon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |