1957 AC Aceca vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Aceca | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |