1961 AC Ace vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1961 AC Ace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 737 kg more than 1961 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | AC | Studebaker |
| Model | Ace | President State |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
