1986 AC Ace vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 138 kg more than 1986 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
