1959 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 28 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 446 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.
Because 1959 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Aceca | Regal |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |