1999 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Aceca | 996 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
