1961 AC Ace vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 25 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 472 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 208 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
