1956 AC Ace vs. 1999 AC Aceca
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 43 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 616 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1999 AC Aceca | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Ace | Aceca |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
