1956 AC Ace vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 54 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 866 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, 2010 Audi A5 (250 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
