1962 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 43 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 837 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1731 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
