2004 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1972 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
