1961 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 856 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
