1956 AC Ace vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 436 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 Porsche Cayman (300 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2415 mm |
