1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 114 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | 2-Litre | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |