1956 AC Aceca-Bristol vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 605 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Aceca-Bristol | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
