1956 AC Ace vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Porsche 928 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 636 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | 928 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
