1958 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 53 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 866 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | A5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
