1959 AC Ace vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 44 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Ace | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 140 L |