1953 AC Ace vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 815 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Ace | Legacy |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |