1961 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 691 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, 2004 Ford Taurus, 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
