1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang.
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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang 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 | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 2-Litre | Mustang |
Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |