1957 AC Ace vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 646 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | TT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
