1957 AC Ace vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1957 AC Ace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 196 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Consul |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
