1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 51 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 120 kg more than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | AC | TVR |
Model | 2-Litre | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |