1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2000 Audi TT
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 52 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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 40 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
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, 2000 Audi TT, 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT 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 | 2000 Audi TT | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | 2-Litre | TT |
Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |