1956 AC Ace vs. 1961 AC Greyhound
To start off, 1961 AC Greyhound is newer by 5 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. Both 1956 AC Ace and 1961 AC Greyhound are equipped with a 1,971 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 121 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1961 AC Greyhound | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Ace | Greyhound |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
