1953 AC Ace vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Elise weights approximately 134 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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Ace | Elise |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
