1956 AC Ace vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 1965 Nissan President is newer by 9 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 711 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, 1965 Nissan President (236 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | President |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
