1959 AC Ace vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 50 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 790 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | Highlander |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |