1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Peugeot 408 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. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ace | 408 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
