1956 AC Ace vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 20 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 926 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | AC | Plymouth |
Model | Ace | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 393 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |