1957 AC Ace vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 711 kg more than 1957 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
