1956 AC Ace vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 35 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 384 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | AC | Caterham |
| Model | Ace | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |
