2003 AC Aceca vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (328 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Aceca | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 854 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |
