1959 AC Ace vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 424 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |