1961 AC Ace vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 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-450 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 144 L |
