1963 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1963 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Aceca | 208 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 120 L |