1956 AC Ace vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1956 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 826 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1954 Buick 40 | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | 40 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3110 mm |
