1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 41 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua 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 | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | 2-Litre | Bigua |
Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |