1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2009 Audi A4

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1953 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1953 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1953 AC 2-Litre 2009 Audi A4
Make AC Audi
Model 2-Litre A4
Year Released 1953 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 66 L