1956 AC Ace vs. 2002 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Montana is newer by 46 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 826 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, 2002 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2002 Pontiac Montana 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. 2002 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2002 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Ace | Montana |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
