1956 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 56 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 885 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 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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. 2012 Land Rover LR2 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. 2012 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Aceca | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
