1958 AC Aceca vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Aceca weights approximately 294 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Aceca | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
