2003 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |