1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 37 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1949 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | 2-Litre | 505 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |