1959 AC Ace vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 486 kg more than 1959 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 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | Beetle |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |