1957 AC Ace vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 972 kg more than 1957 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Ace | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
