1958 AC Ace vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 11 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 630 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 365 GTS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
