1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2010 Volvo C70, 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, 2010 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C70 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 | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | 2-Litre | C70 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
