1957 AC Ace vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 936 kg more than 1957 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
