1956 AC Ace vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 55 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 829 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2919 mm |
