1956 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Aceca | 612 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 110 L |
