1962 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 40 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 313 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.
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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Aceca | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |