1956 AC Ace vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 406 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 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 77 L |
