1959 AC Ace vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 556 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1984 Buick Electra | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Ace | Electra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2820 mm |