1953 AC Ace vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 298 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Ace | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
