1958 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Audi R8
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Aceca weights approximately 892 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1999 Audi R8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | R8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 610 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
