1956 AC Aceca-Bristol vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol.
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, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca-Bristol | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca-Bristol | 411 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |