1958 AC Ace vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 775 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Passat |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
