1999 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Ford GT
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Ford GT. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1983 Ford GT | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |