1956 AC Ace vs. 2005 Alpina B3
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 49 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 586 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2005 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | Ace | B3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
