1953 AC Ace vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 823 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 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 1999 Porsche 911 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. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
