1957 AC Ace vs. 1966 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1957 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
