1958 AC Ace 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 Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace 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 47 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 426 kg more than 1958 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1988 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
