1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 604 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 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre. 2010 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 AC 2-Litre | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | 2-Litre | LR2 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4498 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |