1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 46 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 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 230 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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC 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 | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | 2-Litre | SC |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
