1956 AC Ace vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 681 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
