1962 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca.
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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Aceca | Evora |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |