1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 4 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), 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (583 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
