1956 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 269 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
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, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | AC | Donkervoort |
Model | Aceca | D8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |