1960 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 48 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 646 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Aceca | 350Z |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |