1953 AC Ace vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 TVR Sagaris 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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Ace | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
