1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1984 Audi 4000
To start off, 1984 Audi 4000 is newer by 35 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1984 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 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, 1984 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 1984 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre. 1984 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1949 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1949 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 AC 2-Litre | 1984 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 2-Litre | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2550 mm |
