1999 AC Ace vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Ace | MR2 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |