2001 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage

To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 149 more horse power than 2001 AC Aceca. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca. 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (407 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

2001 AC Aceca 1999 Aston Martin Vantage
Make AC Aston Martin
Model Aceca Vantage
Year Released 2001 1999
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4600 cc 5341 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 450 HP
Torque 407 Nm 1098 Nm
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 1970 kg


 

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