1958 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 42 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 160 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Aceca | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
