1962 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 280Z is newer by 14 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 410 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, 1976 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | AC | Datsun |
| Model | Aceca | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
