1956 Ford F vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford F would be higher. At 4,458 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Ford F. (156 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford F weights approximately 486 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford F | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4458 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3240 mm |
