1965 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 40 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 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 896 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | Aceca | LS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
