1959 AC Ace vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 20 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 924 kg more than 1959 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Ace | 400 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 412 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 120 L |