1958 AC Ace vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1974 Maserati Bora is newer by 16 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 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 535 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Ace | Bora |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
