1953 AC Ace vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 47 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 413 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | AC | TVR |
Model | Ace | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 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 | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |