2004 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Aceca | 400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 118 L |