1953 AC Ace vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 653 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 285 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 | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |