1953 AC Ace vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 735 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (310 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
