1961 AC Ace vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 307 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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Ace | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
