2004 AC Aceca vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (407 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Aceca | 62 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 582 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |