1963 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 1972 Buick GS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 736 kg more than 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 1972 Buick GS | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Aceca | GS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
