1962 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 979 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 482 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1263 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | AC | Zenvo |
Model | Aceca | ST1 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3055 mm |