1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 56 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 961 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
