2003 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 381 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Aceca | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |