1965 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1965 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1974 Buick Centurion | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Aceca | Centurion |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3160 mm |