1956 AC Ace vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Elise weights approximately 2 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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Ace | Elise |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
