1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2008 BMW 135
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 60 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 240 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre. 2008 BMW 135 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. 2008 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 2008 BMW 135 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | 135 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |