1953 AC Ace vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 713 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |