2000 AC Aceca vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 805 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Aceca | 356 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |