1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 240 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | 2-Litre | CTS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
