2000 AC Aceca vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk 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 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | AC | Studebaker |
Model | Aceca | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |