1953 AC Ace vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 56 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 204 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |