1999 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Dodge 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 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Charger |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 110.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |