1958 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 54 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 688 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 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
