1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 54 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda DrifterX should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
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, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX 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 | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | 2-Litre | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
