1986 AC Ace vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Ace | 420 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
