1959 AC Ace vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 49 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 458 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |