1965 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 43 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 782 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Lumina |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |