1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1955 AC 2-Litre | 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | 2-Litre | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |