1961 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1274 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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Aceca | Enclave |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |