1999 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2002 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Aceca | 550 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
