1956 AC Ace vs. 1948 Citroen 11
To start off, 1956 AC Ace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 11 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1948 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | 11 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |
