1959 AC Ace vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Camry weights approximately 466 kg more than 1959 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, 2003 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |