1956 AC Ace vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 41 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6. 1997 Xedos 6 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. 1997 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
Make | AC | Xedos |
Model | Ace | 6 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 138 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |