1953 AC Ace vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 20 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 358 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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Ace | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
