1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 2009 Acura RL
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 54 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1955 AC 2-Litre.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 AC 2-Litre. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1955 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1955 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 AC 2-Litre | 2009 Acura RL | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | 2-Litre | RL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 73 L |
