1962 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 956 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Aceca | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
