1956 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 854 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1956 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | CC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
