1999 AC Ace vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 206 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 1999 AC Ace 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 1999 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
