1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1987 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 39 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona 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 100 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1948 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona 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 | 1987 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | 2-Litre | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
