1953 AC Ace vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 468 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 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | AC | Pagani |
| Model | Ace | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
