1956 AC Ace vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Ace | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2970 mm |
