1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 55 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 704 kg more than 1958 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | 2-Litre | A8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3122 mm |