1956 AC Ace vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1017 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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
