1957 AC Ace vs. 1995 Audi A4
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 38 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 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1957 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, 1995 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1995 Audi A4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
