1963 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 642 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 Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial 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 Mondial | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Aceca | Mondial |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |