2004 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 911. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 911. (258 Nm). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Aceca | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
