1959 AC Ace vs. 1980 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 21 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 390 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1980 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 308 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 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 | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
