1959 AC Ace vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 49 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 1,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 986 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, 2008 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
