1964 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 676 kg more than 1964 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Aceca | 1972 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2930 mm |
