1959 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 835 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Aceca | Electra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
