1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 61 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 65 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2-Litre | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
