2003 AC Aceca vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 930 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Aceca | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |