1958 AC Ace vs. 2007 Audi S3
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 49 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S3 weights approximately 561 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, 2007 Audi S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2007 Audi S3 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | S3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
