1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 54 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2002 Opel Vectra, 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra 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 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | 2-Litre | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2650 mm |
