1999 AC Ace vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 112 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 248 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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (265 Nm). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Ace | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
