1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 52 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1265 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 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 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 2-Litre | F-350 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 144 L |