1956 AC Ace vs. 1954 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1956 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
