1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 1952 Bugatti Type 101
To start off, both 1952 AC 2-Litre and 1952 Bugatti Type 101 were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,257 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Bugatti Type 101 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Bugatti Type 101 should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1952 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 AC 2-Litre | 1952 Bugatti Type 101 | |
| Make | AC | Bugatti |
| Model | 2-Litre | Type 101 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3310 mm |
