1958 AC Ace vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 330 is newer by 5 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 330 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
