1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1977 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 400 is newer by 29 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1977 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 2-Litre | 400 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 120 L |
