1953 AC Ace vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 49 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), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Panoz AIV weights approximately 418 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | AC | Panoz |
| Model | Ace | AIV |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.2 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
