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AC Aceca III 4.6 i V8 32V (326 Hp)
Overall Rating
AC Aceca:
The Aceca is a fixed head coupé built by AC Cars from 1954 until 1963. Three variations of the car were offered: the original Aceca, with an engine from AC; the Aceca-Bristol, with an engine from Bristol Cars; and the Aceca 2. 6, with a tuned Ford engine.
The Aceca is a hand-built grand tourer in the British tradition, with ash wood and steel tubing used in its construction. One notable feature is the hatchback at the rear, making the Aceca only the second car, after the 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4, to incorporate this element....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
AC Aceca (III). With 427 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1615 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.1 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The AC Aceca III was a low-volume, niche vehicle from the late 1990s and was not subjected to Euro NCAP crash testing. Its safety features would be rudimentary by modern standards, likely limited to ABS and basic airbags.
4.6 i V8 32V (326 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 4.6L V8 provides robust power delivery and a classic muscle car soundtrack, offering strong acceleration suitable for spirited driving and grand touring.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large V8 from this era, fuel economy is a significant drawback, particularly in urban environments, making it a thirsty proposition.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exhilarating V8 performance and sound
- • Exclusive and rare British sports car
- • Distinctive classic-inspired styling
- • Luxurious interior appointments
- • Strong acceleration figures
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy
- • High running and maintenance costs
- • Limited practicality with small trunk
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Niche market, parts availability can be challenging
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | AC |
| Model: | Aceca |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.6 i V8 32V (326 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 326 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 70.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 427 Nm @ 4600 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4601 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.85:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5 kg/Hp, 201.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.8 kg/Nm, 264.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1615 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 300 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 185 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4660 mm mm |
| Width: | 1890 mm mm |
| Height: | 1340 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2720 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1590 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 255/55 R18 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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