1965 AC Aceca vs. 1968 Bizzarrini Manta
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | |
| Make | AC | Bizzarrini |
| Model | Aceca | Manta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
