1953 AC Ace vs. 1953 Bugatti Type 101
To start off, both 1953 AC Ace and 1953 Bugatti Type 101 were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,257 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bugatti Type 101 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bugatti Type 101 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1953 Bugatti Type 101 | |
| Make | AC | Bugatti |
| Model | Ace | Type 101 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3310 mm |
