1957 AC Ace vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 46 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (237 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT 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, 2003 Audi TT (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | TT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
