1958 AC Ace vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1968 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
