1953 AC Ace vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Nissan Skyline 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 738 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
