1962 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 652 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper 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 Viper | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Viper |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 8284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |