1956 AC Ace vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 790 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
