1956 AC Ace vs. 2003 Audi RS6
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 47 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1016 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2003 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |
