1965 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 39 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 684 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
Make | AC | Lexus |
Model | Aceca | SC |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 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 | 1475 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 |