1961 AC Ace vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1966 Ford GT 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. 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, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 125 L |
