2003 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 10 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 270 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Aceca | Gran Turismo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2056 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1353 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2942 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |