2003 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Aceca | 959 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2270 mm |
