1956 AC Ace vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 51 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 629 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Viper |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
