1958 AC Ace vs. 1985 Buick Estate
To start off, 1985 Buick Estate is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 991 kg more than 1958 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1985 Buick Estate | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Ace | Estate |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |