1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 57 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 630 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1952 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1952 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 AC 2-Litre | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 2-Litre | 750 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
