1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2004 Buick Rainier

To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 56 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 695 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier 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 2004 Buick Rainier
Make AC Buick
Model 2-Litre Rainier
Year Released 1948 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 387 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 83 L


 

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