1956 AC Ace vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1986 Toyota Supra is newer by 30 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 663 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (254 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Supra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
