1953 AC Ace vs. 1955 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,579 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 393 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | DB2 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 77 L |
