1957 AC Ace vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 27 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), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 612 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 115 L |
