1965 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Acura NSX
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 35 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 784 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2000 Acura NSX | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Aceca | NSX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
