1961 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 43 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 626 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2004 Ford GT | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
