1958 AC Ace vs. 1988 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 30 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 296 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1988 Buick Skylark | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Ace | Skylark |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |