1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 50 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1958 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1958 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | AC | Infiniti |
| Model | 2-Litre | FX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
