1959 AC Ace vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 52 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
