1958 AC Ace vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 52 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 667 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
