1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 59 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 325 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, 2007 Citroen C8, 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 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 | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | 2-Litre | C8 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
