1999 AC Ace vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Ace weights approximately 35 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Ace | A 40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |