1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 57 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.
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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC 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 | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | AC | Scion |
Model | 2-Litre | tC |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2700 mm |