1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1968 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1968 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 259 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 1968 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 2-Litre | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 101.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |
