1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 342 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 2-Litre | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |
