1956 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 256 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Aceca | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |