1957 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 575 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Aceca | 350Z |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 354 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |