1956 AC Ace vs. 2008 Acura RL
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 52 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 380 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2008 Acura RL | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Ace | RL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
