AC
Ace Ace 1956 (1956–2000) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1956 - 2000
Ace 1956
Cabriolet
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 2.9 i V6 24V | 5 | 195 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 3.0 i V6 223 | 5 | 223 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 3.5 i V8 32V Turbo | 5 | 354 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 4.6 i V8 32V | 5 | 326 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 4.9 i V8 | 5 | 260 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
AC Ace Ace 1956 overview
The AC Ace (Ace 1956) is the 1st generation of the Ace, built from 1956 to 2000. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 6 engines (petrol), from 120 HP to 354 HP. The 4.6 i V8 32V (326 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 s, reaches a top speed of 250 km/h and is 4420 mm long.
How much horsepower does the AC Ace have?
The AC Ace (Ace 1956) has 120 HP to 354 HP, depending on the engine: 2.0 Bristol (120 HP), 2.9 Cologne (195 HP), 3.0 Cologne (223 HP), 4.9 Windsor (260 HP), 4.6 Modular (326 HP), 3.5 Lotusv8 (354 HP).
What engines are available for the AC Ace?
The AC Ace is available with 6 engines: 2.0 Bristol (120 HP, petrol), 2.9 Cologne (195 HP, petrol), 3.0 Cologne (223 HP, petrol), 4.9 Windsor (260 HP, petrol), 4.6 Modular (326 HP, petrol), 3.5 Lotusv8 (354 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the AC Ace?
The AC Ace is 4420 mm long, 1870 mm wide, 1300 mm tall, with a 2470 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the AC Ace?
The AC Ace 4.6 i V8 32V (326 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 s and has a top speed of 250 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | AC Ace |
|---|---|
| Year | 1997–2000 |
| Platform | AC Stainless Steel Chassis |
| Variant | 4.6 i V8 32V (326 Hp) |
| Body type | cabriolet |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 326 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5800 rpm |
| Torque | 427 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4600 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 250 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 5.7 s |
| 0–62 mph | 5.7 s |
Engine
| Engine code | MODULAR281 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4601 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 90.2 mm |
| Stroke | 90.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.85 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | t5 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | Borg Warner |
Dimensions
| Length | 4420 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1870 mm |
| Height | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm |
| Front track | 1590 mm |
| Rear track | 1570 mm |
| Boot space | 185 – 300 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1510 kg |
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Consumption & emissions
| Fuel urban | 15.1 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel extra urban | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 90.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Coil Spring |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 235/45 ZR17 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 4.6 kg/Hp, 215.9 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 3.5 kg/Nm, 282.8 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1997 |
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| End Of Production | 2000 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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