1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 47 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 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, 2005 Audi A6 (225 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
