1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2-Litre | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2500 mm |
