1953 AC Ace vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1959 Talbot Lago America is newer by 6 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 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC Ace (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 213 kg more than 1953 AC Ace.
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, 1959 Talbot Lago America (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | AC | Talbot |
| Model | Ace | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
