1999 AC Ace vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Ace | 308 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |