1962 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Dodge Polara
To start off, both 1962 AC Aceca and 1962 Dodge Polara were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Dodge Polara (301 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Dodge Polara weights approximately 734 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1962 Dodge Polara | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Polara |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |