1953 AC Ace vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Corvette |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |