1957 AC Ace vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1765 kg more than 1957 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | F-150 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5611 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1991 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |