1956 AC Ace vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 52 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 462 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Passat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
