1956 AC Ace vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 402 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
