1965 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 46 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 1027 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.
Because 1965 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Aceca | DTS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
