1956 AC Ace vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 35 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 606 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |
