1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 41 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban 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, 1990 GMC Suburban 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre. 1990 GMC Suburban 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. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 AC 2-Litre | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | 2-Litre | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3300 mm |
