1956 AC Ace vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 806 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Ace | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
