1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 63 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 911 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 567 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 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1113 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre. 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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. 2011 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | AC | Bugatti |
| Model | 2-Litre | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
