1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 49 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 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 70 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
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, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 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 | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | AC | Jensen |
Model | 2-Litre | CV-8 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |