1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1411 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace. 2009 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1958 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1958 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Touran |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
