1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1955 Ferrari D 50
To start off, 1955 Ferrari D 50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 680 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 1955 Ferrari D 50 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 2-Litre | D 50 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2290 mm |
