1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 48 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 230 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | 2-Litre | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
