1962 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1014 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 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
