2000 AC Aceca vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 575 kg more than 1963 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Aceca | 356 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |