1953 AC Ace vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1969 Maserati Mistral is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 503 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Ace | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
