1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | 2-Litre | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 88 L |
