1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 70 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1953 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 1953 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2-Litre | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
