1960 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 516 kg more than 1960 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Aceca | Firebird |
Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |