1956 AC Ace vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 53 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 804 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
