1958 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 787 kg more than 1958 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |