1962 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 624 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Corvette |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |