1956 AC Ace vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 976 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, 1980 Buick Estate (318 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1980 Buick Estate | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | Estate |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
