1999 AC Ace vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1301 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Ace | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
