1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 47 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 305 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (153 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Bora |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
