1957 AC Ace vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 55 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), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 936 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Ace | A5 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
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 | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |