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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 868 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 154 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 | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |