1999 AC Aceca vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 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 233 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 538 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Aceca | 912 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 133 Nm |
| 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 | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
