1953 AC Ace vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 513 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 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Ace | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
