1953 AC Ace vs. 1997 AC Cobra

To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 44 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 AC Cobra weights approximately 264 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.

Compare all specifications:

1953 AC Ace 1997 AC Cobra
Make AC AC
Model Ace Cobra
Year Released 1953 1997
Body Type Roadster Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 85 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 579 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 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 1026 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2300 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 90 L


 

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