1956 AC Ace vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1958 Berkeley Foursome is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace 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 93 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 538 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | AC | Berkeley |
| Model | Ace | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1990 mm |
