1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 56 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1955 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 247 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS 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 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | 2-Litre | IS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
