1953 AC Ace vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 59 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1303 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
