1953 AC Ace vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 834 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Ace | Firebird |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |