1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 145 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1952 AC 2-Litre | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | 2-Litre | 348 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 95 L |