1956 AC Ace vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 38 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 806 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1994 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
