1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 906 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2-Litre | Express |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
