1958 AC Ace vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 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. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 386 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 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 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 308 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 308 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
