2000 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 232 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2000 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |