1958 AC Ace vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 52 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 436 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.

Compare all specifications:

1958 AC Ace 2010 Toyota Tundra
Make AC Toyota
Model Ace Tundra
Year Released 1958 2010
Body Type Roadster Pickup
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 125 HP 234 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 50 L