1953 AC Ace vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 1997 Rover 800 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 673 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 Rover 800, 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 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 1997 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Ace | 800 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
