1956 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 51 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 591 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, 2007 Honda NSX (284 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1956 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | NSX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
