1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 45 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 86 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Because 1950 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 1950 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1950 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1950 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | 2-Litre | 406 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
