1957 AC Ace vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 35 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 571 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 348 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |
