1961 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 919 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Aceca | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |