1958 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 636 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Aceca | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |