1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1963 Steyr 700C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 780 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. 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, 1958 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
Make | AC | Steyr |
Model | 2-Litre | 700C |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 1950 mm |