1957 AC Ace vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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 69 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 AC Ace weights approximately 34 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |