1953 AC Ace vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 568 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, 1987 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Omega |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
