1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 60 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 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, 2013 Porsche 911, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 2013 Porsche 911 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. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | 2-Litre | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
