1999 AC Ace vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1999 AC Ace. (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1711 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Ace. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Ace. 2008 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | AC | Maybach |
| Model | Ace | 57 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
