1956 AC Ace vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 50 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 756 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2006 Volvo V70 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. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Ace | V70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
