2002 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 29 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, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Maserati Indy. (288 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Maserati Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Maserati Indy. (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Aceca | Indy |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |