1999 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Charger. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1972 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | Charger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
