1964 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 36 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 634 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.
Because 1964 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 1964 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Aceca | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Aceca | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
