1962 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 842 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Aceca | Regal |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |