1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 189 kg more than 1950 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1950 AC 2-Litre | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | 2-Litre | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 110 L |