1962 AC Aceca vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 49 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1000 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Aceca | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 129 L |
