1957 AC Ace vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 52 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 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3879 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
