1956 AC Ace vs. 1993 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 37 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), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1106 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1993 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | Virage |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
