1961 AC Ace vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 44 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Ace (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 462 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
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, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
