1965 AC Aceca vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i is newer by 18 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR 350i weights approximately 372 kg more than 1965 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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Aceca | 350i |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
