1953 AC Ace vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 60 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 989 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Camaro |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |