1953 AC Ace vs. 1967 AC 428
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 14 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 721 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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1967 AC 428 | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Ace | 428 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 101.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
