1956 AC Ace vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1994 Porsche 965 is newer by 38 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 576 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | 965 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
