1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar 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 35 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar.
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, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar 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 | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 2-Litre | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
