1958 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 46 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 401 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Aceca | Boxster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |