1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1964 Wartburg 312 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 354 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, 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, 1949 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1949 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 AC 2-Litre | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | AC | Wartburg |
| Model | 2-Litre | 312 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
