1961 AC Ace vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 727 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1961 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Ace | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
