1953 AC Ace vs. 2010 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace.

Because 1953 AC Ace 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 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza, 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1953 AC Ace 2010 Toyota Venza
Make AC Toyota
Model Ace Venza
Year Released 1953 2010
Body Type Roadster Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 85 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 67 L


 

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