1958 AC Ace vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 26 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 576 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |
