1957 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Honda S2000

To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 356 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

1957 AC Aceca 2008 Honda S2000
Make AC Honda
Model Aceca S2000
Year Released 1957 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8300 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 208 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 7500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 84.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 50 L