1958 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 50 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 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Aceca | MC12 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |