1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 57 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 35 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.
Because 1949 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry 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 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 2-Litre | Camry |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
