1957 AC Ace vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 30 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 210 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | F40 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 120 L |
