1957 AC Ace vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 AC Ace weights approximately 54 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |