1956 Ford F vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 55 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Ford F. (156 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 716 kg more than 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4458 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2790 mm |
