1963 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1516 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | F-250 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3490 mm |