2002 AC Aceca vs. 1966 Bristol 409
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409. 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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1966 Bristol 409 | |
Make | AC | Bristol |
Model | Aceca | 409 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |