1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X will offer significantly more control. 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 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 1948 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1948 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | 2-Litre | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |
