1962 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1810 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Silverado |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 8032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1971 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3396 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 136 L |