1953 AC Ace vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1771 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 Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
