1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 54 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1278 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
