1999 AC Aceca vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 217 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2930 mm |