1959 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 21 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Aceca | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 133 L |