1958 AC Ace vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 31 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 360 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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | 100 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
