1953 AC Ace vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 53 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 761 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Viper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 101 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| 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 | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
