1959 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 619 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 1959 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | CC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| 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 | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
