1953 AC Ace vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 41 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 731 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.
Because 1953 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | XM |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
