1962 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Acura TL
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 41 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL 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 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, 2003 Acura TL, 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, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2003 Acura TL | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Aceca | TL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
