1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1952 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia 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 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | 2-Litre | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2737 mm |
