1960 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 918 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Camaro |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |