1958 AC Ace vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | 411 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
