1956 AC Ace vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 45 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 406 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Ace | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
