1958 AC Ace vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 55 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1028 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Ace | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2774 mm |
