2004 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Aceca | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
