1958 AC Ace vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mistral is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 371 kg more than 1958 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Ace | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
