1959 AC Ace vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 31 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 762 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick LeSabre (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Ace | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |