1956 AC Ace vs. 1987 Buick Estate
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 31 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 991 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1987 Buick Estate | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | Estate |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1885 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 |
