1953 AC Ace vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 19 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 972 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 1972 AMC Matador 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. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | AC | AMC |
| Model | Ace | Matador |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
