1972 AC 428 vs. 1956 AC Aceca
To start off, 1972 AC 428 is newer by 16 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 540 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1956 AC Aceca | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | 428 | Aceca |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
