1964 AC Aceca vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 45 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1656 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, 2009 GMC Savana (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Aceca | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Aceca | Savana |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2550 kg |
