1961 AC Aceca vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1961 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Aceca | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
