1956 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 621 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |