1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1259 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2-Litre | Express |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
