1961 AC Ace vs. 1997 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 36 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 932 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.
Because 1961 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1997 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Venture |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
