1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2008 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1024 kg more 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, 2008 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Transporter 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2-Litre | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
