1957 AC Ace vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 44 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 796 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | F550 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
