1956 AC Ace vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 32 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 322 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | NSX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
