1959 AC Ace vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 53 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 846 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Ace | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |