1956 AC Ace vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 55 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 591 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |
