1958 AC Ace vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 24 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 1982 Ferrari 208 are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 346 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 208 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| 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 | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1236 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
