1999 AC Aceca vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 40 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Aceca | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 114 L |