1957 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 736 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | S60 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |