1957 AC Ace vs. 2008 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 51 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 966 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2008 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
