1956 AC Ace vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 11 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 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Record |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
