1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 47 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 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1384 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.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.

Compare all specifications:

1958 AC Ace 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make AC Toyota
Model Ace Land Cruiser
Year Released 1958 2005
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1969 cc 4477 cc
Horse Power 125 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 388 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 95 mm
Top Speed 195 km/hour 182 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 896 kg 2280 kg
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 141 L


 

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