1953 AC Ace vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 920 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Ace | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |