1961 AC Aceca vs. 1989 Audi V8
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 1989 Audi V8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | V8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
