1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1999 Porsche GT3
To start off, 1999 Porsche GT3 is newer by 50 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche GT3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche GT3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche GT3 should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 AC 2-Litre | 1999 Porsche GT3 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | 2-Litre | GT3 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2360 mm |
