1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1984 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari GTO is newer by 36 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 1984 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 2-Litre | GTO |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2350 mm |
