1957 AC Ace vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 43 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 921 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
