1957 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 51 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 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1511 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 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
