1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 12 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 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1130 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Greyhound | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3380 mm |
