1957 AC Ace vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 47 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 826 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
