1962 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 46 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 461 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Aceca | Boxster |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |