2002 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Porsche 911

To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2002 AC Aceca 2001 Porsche 911
Make AC Porsche
Model Aceca 911
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4600 cc 3392 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 302 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 351 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 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2360 mm


 

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