1956 AC Ace vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 55 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 816 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Ace | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 469 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |