1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 406 is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 18 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.
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, 2001 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, 2001 Peugeot 406 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre. 2001 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1950 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1950 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | 2-Litre | 406 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
