1957 AC Ace vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 47 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 704 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2004 Buick Regal | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | Regal |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
