1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1978 Alpine A 442
To start off, 1978 Alpine A 442 is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 442 (484 HP @ 9900 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 442 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 580 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 442.
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 | 1978 Alpine A 442 | |
| Make | AC | Alpine |
| Model | 2-Litre | A 442 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 9900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2430 mm |
