1962 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1972 Datsun 240Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 174 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1972 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | AC | Datsun |
| Model | Aceca | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2300 mm |
