1962 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 51 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 529 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 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Aceca | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2475 mm |
