1961 AC Cobra vs. 1956 AC Ace
To start off, 1961 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Cobra weights approximately 86 kg more than 1956 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1956 AC Ace | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Cobra | Ace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
