1962 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 33 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 851 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.
Because 1962 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1995 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Aceca | Seville |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |