1999 AC Ace vs. 1972 Buick Centurion
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
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 Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Ace. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Ace. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1972 Buick Centurion | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Ace | Centurion |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3160 mm |