1965 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Aceca | Defender |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 93 L |
