1959 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
