1956 AC Ace vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1964 Ford GT 40 is newer by 8 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 30 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
