1956 AC Ace vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 106 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | AC | Italdesign |
| Model | Ace | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
