1959 AC Ace vs. 2004 Audi A8
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 45 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 936 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2004 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
