1958 AC Ace vs. 2001 Buick Blackhawk
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 43 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 740 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2001 Buick Blackhawk | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | Blackhawk |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 458 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
