1961 AC Ace vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 48 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), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 159 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 115 L |
