1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 250 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | 2-Litre | Camaro |
Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2570 mm |