2000 AC Aceca vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Aceca | 228 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |