1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1988 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 1988 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 2-Litre | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2560 mm |
