1956 AC Ace vs. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 39 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1326 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Ace | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
