1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1958 Cadillac 62
To start off, both 1958 AC 2-Litre and 1958 Cadillac 62 were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac 62 (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 1958 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | 2-Litre | 62 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3300 mm |