1958 AC Ace vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 32 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 646 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |
