1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 53 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 767 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.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier 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 | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | 2-Litre | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |
