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AC Ace

General information

ModelAC Ace
Year1953
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating52 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1991 ccm (121.49 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1991 ccm (121.49 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power86.20 PS (63 kW or 85 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque149.00 Nm (15.2 kgf-m or 109.9 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke650.0 x 100.0 mm (25.6 x 3.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed167.0 km/h (103.8 mph)
0-50 miles8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1131 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5050 litres (1,334 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (385.8 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight762 kg (1,679.9 pounds)
Overall length3850 mm (151.6 inches)
Overall width1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Overall height1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2290 mm (90.2 inches)
Fuel capacity59.0 litres (15.59 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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