1958 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 37 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Aceca | 993 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |