1962 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1552 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 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Ram |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
