1962 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 684 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 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
