1961 AC Ace vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 48 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1147 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1961 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
