1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1973 Datsun 240Z is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 252 kg more than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1973 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
Make | AC | Datsun |
Model | 2-Litre | 240Z |
Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2300 mm |