1956 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 47 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 626 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.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Aceca | 996 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
