2000 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Aceca | Indy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
