1957 AC Ace vs. 1987 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi Coupe weights approximately 86 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1987 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
