1956 AC Ace vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 40 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 826 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ace | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
