1958 AC Ace vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 456 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
