1956 AC Ace vs. 1967 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1967 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 330 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
