1959 AC Ace vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 48 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 337 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |