1960 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 936 kg more than 1960 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Aceca | 512 BBi Turbo |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 815 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |