1961 AC Ace vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 695 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
