1999 AC Aceca vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 655 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Aceca | 356 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
