1956 AC Ace vs. 1998 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 42 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 798 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1998 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | Ace | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
