1965 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 30 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 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 759 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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Aceca | SC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
