1965 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 44 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca.
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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Aceca | G8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |