1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 64 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Gen-2 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 | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
Make | AC | Proton |
Model | 2-Litre | Gen-2 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |