1956 AC Ace vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 57 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 926 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
