1962 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 659 kg more than 1962 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Aceca | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |
