1963 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 44 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca.
Because 1963 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |