1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 18 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, 1976 Nissan Skyline (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1976 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 2-Litre | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
