1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 60 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe 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 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | AC | Mini |
| Model | 2-Litre | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
