1959 AC Ace vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | AC | Infiniti |
| Model | Ace | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 106 L |
