1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 2-Litre | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 114 L |
