1960 AC Aceca vs. 1960 Porsche 356

To start off, both 1960 AC Aceca and 1960 Porsche 356 were released in the same year (1960). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 356 (135 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 AC Aceca weights approximately 108 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356.

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:

1960 AC Aceca 1960 Porsche 356
Make AC Porsche
Model Aceca 356
Year Released 1960 1960
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1969 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 123 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 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 894 kg 786 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 52 L


 

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