2005 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 2005 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 615 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Aceca | 151 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
