1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1948 Buick 40
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1948 Buick 40 | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Greyhound | 40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 109.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1848 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
