1958 AC Ace vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 184 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 Dino | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Ace | Dino |
Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |