1960 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 43 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Noble M12 weights approximately 156 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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 2003 Noble M12 | |
Make | AC | Noble |
Model | Aceca | M12 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |