1957 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT

To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 44 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca.

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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

1957 AC Aceca 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
Make AC Porsche
Model Aceca Carrera GT
Year Released 1957 2001
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1971 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 602 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2710 mm


 

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