1963 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1393 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | F-150 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |