1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 51 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen CC (207 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | CC |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
