1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 41 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 236 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1999 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | Quantum |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |