1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2009 Acura TSX
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 51 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 532 kg more than 1958 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Acura TSX, 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, 2009 Acura TSX (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX 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 | 2009 Acura TSX | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | 2-Litre | TSX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
