1956 AC Ace vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1021 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ace | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
