1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 55 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
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, 2008 Volvo V70, 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 2008 Volvo V70 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. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | 2-Litre | V70 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
