1986 AC Ace vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1986 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Ace | A6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
