1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1954 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1954 Ford 12 M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1954 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 2-Litre | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
