1958 AC Ace vs. 1991 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 33 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 204 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1991 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Ace | F40 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 120 L |