1999 AC Ace vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 AC Ace. (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 930 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Ace. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Ace | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |