1956 AC Ace vs. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 17 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1326 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 101 L |
