Rice Burner gets a Transplant

[Fitz]

Ever wonder if it's possible to re-create what Carroll Shelby did in 1963? Perhaps it is! Just add en E-Rod LS3 & T56 6 speed to somebody's unloved and worn out rice burner!

1953-1963 AC Ace 1987-1996 Mazda Miata NA
Body style 2 door Roadster Body style 2 Door Roadster
Engine 2.0L I6 Engine 1.6L I4
Horsepower 123 ft-lb Horsepower 122 ft-lb
Torque 125 bhp Torque 120
Transmission Transmission
4 speed manual w overdrive 5 speed manual
Wheelbase 90 in (2286mm) Wheelbase 89.3 in (2270 mm)
Length Length 152 in (3861mm) Length 155.4 (3950mm)
Width 59.5 in (1511 mm) Width 65.9 in (1670 mm)
Height 49 in (1245 mm) Height 48.2 in (1220 mm)
Curb Weight 1920 lb (871 kg) Curb Weight 2100 lb (940kg)