1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1998 Caterham C21
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 40 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, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 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 670 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21.
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, 1998 Caterham C21 (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Caterham C21 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 | 1998 Caterham C21 | |
Make | AC | Caterham |
Model | 2-Litre | C21 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2260 mm |