2001 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 650 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 125 L |
