1961 AC Ace vs. 2005 Acura NSX
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 44 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 637 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2005 Acura NSX | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Ace | NSX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
