1959 AC Ace vs. 1986 Audi 200
To start off, 1986 Audi 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1959 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1986 Audi 200 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | 200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
