1964 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1973 Maserati Bora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 534 kg more than 1964 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Aceca | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Aceca | Bora |
Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |