1956 AC Ace vs. 1987 Audi 4000
To start off, 1987 Audi 4000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 4000.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 4000. 1987 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1987 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
