1956 AC Ace vs. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 34 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1331 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, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
