1963 AC Aceca vs. 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre
To start off, 1963 AC Aceca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 226 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Aceca | 2-Litre |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
