1961 AC Ace vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1961 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
