1959 AC Ace vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 792 kg more than 1959 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Ace | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |
