1957 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 48 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1431 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.
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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Econoline |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3510 mm |