1957 AC Ace vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 44 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 626 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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
