1963 AC Aceca vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 37 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 306 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.
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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Aceca | Guara |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |