1958 AC Ace vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 22 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. Both 1958 AC Ace and 1980 Ferrari 208 are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 415 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 208 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
