1956 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 446 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Aceca | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
