1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 62 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 264 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, 2012 Audi A4, 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 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 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 2-Litre | A4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
