1956 AC Aceca vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1959 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3800 mm |
