1961 AC Ace vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 45 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, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 377 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, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | AC | MG |
| Model | Ace | TF |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
