1962 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 304 kg more than 1962 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Aceca | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
