1953 AC Ace vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 438 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 1953 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | AC | Mini |
| Model | Ace | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
