1958 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 599 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 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Aceca | Z |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |