1953 AC Ace vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 56 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 696 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Ace | F430 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 320 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 | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |