1962 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Audi R8R
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 37 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 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Aceca weights approximately 892 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1999 Audi R8R | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | R8R |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
