1956 AC Ace vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 57 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 567 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
