1961 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 39 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 851 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.
Because 1961 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2000 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Aceca | Seville |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
