1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 48 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | AC | Hyundai |
Model | 2-Litre | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |