1958 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 55 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 492 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Aceca | Evora |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2047 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1229 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2575 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |