1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1961 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1961 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1961 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Greyhound | DeVille |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |