1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 60 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 474 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, 2010 Citroen C5, 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre. 2010 Citroen C5 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. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | 2-Litre | C5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 71 L |
