1956 AC Ace vs. 1967 Steyr 500
To start off, 1967 Steyr 500 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 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 104 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 414 kg more than 1967 Steyr 500. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1967 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | AC | Steyr |
| Model | Ace | 500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1850 mm |
