1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 545 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 Lancia Thesis, 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 Lancia Thesis (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | 2-Litre | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
