1953 AC Ace vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 5 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC Ace (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1953 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | AC | Wartburg |
| Model | Ace | 312 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
