1958 AC Ace vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 214 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Ace | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |