1953 AC Ace vs. 1993 Acura NSX
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 40 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 608 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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1993 Acura NSX | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Ace | NSX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
