1953 AC Ace vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 703 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 348 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 96 L |
