1957 AC Ace vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1102 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |
