1961 AC Ace vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 12 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 417 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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | Dino |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 59.9 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
