1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 30 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 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2015 kg more than 1953 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 1983 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1953 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1953 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | AC | ZIL |
Model | 2-Litre | 4104 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3340 mm |